ECHOGEAR ShockBlocker 8 Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip
- Surge Protector
- Better rated than 68%
A solidly specced 8-outlet surge protector with real joule capacity and a backed equipment warranty.
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How it ranks among the 19 surge protectors we track
4.8★ across 3,900 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,900 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
500+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
An 8-outlet surge protector rated for 3420 joules of protection, built with a low-profile case for hiding behind furniture and spaced outlets for oversized power adapters. Includes UL certification and a 5-year, $25,000 connected equipment warranty.
The 3420 joule rating is on the higher end for a home surge strip, meaning it can absorb more excess voltage before failing than lower-joule strips, useful for protecting a TV, receiver, and gaming console cluster on one strip. Built-in outlet covers are a small but practical touch for households with young kids. There is no customer review data available yet for this specific listing.
- 8 outlets rated at 3420 joules of surge protection
- Low-profile, wall-mountable design
- Built-in safety covers on unused outlets
- UL certified with 5-year, $25k connected equipment warranty
Who it's for
Fits anyone consolidating a TV, office, or gaming setup with several large plug adapters onto one protected strip. Less relevant for someone who only needs one or two outlets or doesn't own equipment worth insuring against a surge.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High 3420 joule rating for the outlet count
- Spaced outlets fit oversized adapters without blocking neighbors
- UL certified with a 5-year, $25,000 equipment warranty
- No customer review data available yet for this specific listing
- Low-profile design trades some outlet spacing for a slimmer footprint
Performance notes
The 3420 joule rating and fire-proof MOVs are what actually absorb an electrical surge and shut down safely rather than passing damage through to connected gear. Spaced-out outlets among the 8 total keep large wall adapters from blocking their neighbors, a common complaint with denser power strips. The low-profile shape is built to sit behind or under furniture without sticking out, and it can also be wall-mounted if floor space is tight.
Specifications
| Brand | Echogear |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in surge protectors.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECHOGEAR ShockBlocker 8 Outlet Surge Protector Power StripThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 3,900 | 2.7 / 5 |
| Amazon Basics Surge Protector Power StripAmazon Basics | 4.8 / 5 | 46,500 | 4.9 / 5 |
| Belkin Surge Protector Power Strip w/ 8 Rotating & 4 Standard OutletsBelkin | 4.8 / 5 | 17,700 | 4.8 / 5 |
| GE Surge Protector Power StripGE | 4.8 / 5 | 55,000 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Eaton Surge Protection DeviceEaton | 4.8 / 5 | 2,800 | 4.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Echogear surge protectors
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many joules does the ECHOGEAR ShockBlocker protect against?
It's rated at 3420 joules across all 8 outlets.
Can the ShockBlocker be mounted on a wall?
Yes, it's designed to be wall-mountable in addition to sitting behind or under furniture.
Does the ShockBlocker come with a warranty?
Yes, it's UL certified and backed by a 5-year, $25,000 connected equipment warranty.